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FIDE announces €1 million prize money, 'exciting' new format for World Rapid and Blitz Championships
Qatar capital Doha will be hosting the World Rapid and Blitz Championships from 26 to 31 December this year. Here’s what’s in ...
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Not even 143,000 people thinking together can beat Magnus Carlsen in chess
Magnus Carlsen, the popular Chess World Champion, accepted a challenged to play a chess match against more than 143,000 ...
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FIDE announces €1mn prize fund for Doha World Rapid and Blitz, changes format
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has announced a series of format enhancements and a €1mn fund for the 2025 World ...
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2025 FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships: Dates, format, prize money and key changes
Get all the key details on the 2025 FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha, including dates, format changes, and ...
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Chess Esports Players: Who Plays in Which Esports Team?
Certain esports teams have signed prominent GMs to their rosters. Click here to learn about chess esports players in these teams!
FIDE Drops Million Dollar Bombshell: You Won’t Believe How Much Is at Stake in the Next Chess Championship
FIDE announced changes to the World Rapid & Blitz format. The event will take place in Doha, Qatar, and is of the most ...
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Sharjah Masters Chess C’ship off to perfect start
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the eighth edition of ...